NewsCeri Holland pens contract extension with Liverpool FC Women

The 25-year-old Wales international has become a mainstay of the Reds’ line-up since arriving at the start of 2021 following a college career in the USA.

Holland’s relentless running and all-action performances saw her scoop the Players’ Player of the Year award at the end of last season, as well as the same accolade from the LFC Women Supporters Club.

Firmly established on the international stage, the No.18 made 25 appearances for the Reds in all competitions last season and contributed five goals.

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“I’m really excited to continue my journey here, it’s been fantastic since I arrived two-and-a-half years ago, so to continue my journey here and to be a part of the project for the next two years is fantastic,” Holland told Liverpoolfc.com.

“It just feels like home here. Since I arrived, I’ve absolutely loved it. The connection we have with the fans is unbelievable so [the aim is] just to continue that and hopefully continue what we’re starting here.

“I think we’re starting something very, very exciting and to continue that journey through into the training facility and everything that’s being put into the club now in terms of investment, I think is really exciting.

“We’ve signed some talented players so it’s exciting where the team is headed after a really positive season last year. We obviously want to build on that, continue to grow and challenge that top group now.”

Holland has flourished under the guidance of Reds manager Matt Beard and he has been delighted to see the developments in her game.

“Ceri’s progression last year was fantastic,” said Beard. “When we were in the Championship she was playing in a different system, in a 3-4-3, which was a slightly different role than she was used to.

“For Wales she was playing full-back, she was playing wide, so she had a lot to take on that year.

“When she came back in last year it was as if everything clicked into place and I felt, especially in the second half of the season, she was absolutely outstanding.

“She deserves this new contract and she’s definitely a key part of our plans going forward.”